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Southeastern Oklahoma offers wide expanses of untamed mountain wildernesss ideal for those who truly love the outdoors. Visitors can go fishing, swimming and waterskiing on Lake Stanley Draper or Broken Bow Lake, and hiking, biking, camping and horseback riding are popular in Beavers Bend Resort Park. Those with tamer desires can relax over a round of golf at area courses such as Rock Creek or Antlers Springs. But don't expect to find luxury hotels in the area; rustic woodland cabins are the lodging of choice in these parts.

Mountaineer Cabins of Broken Bow

These deluxe cabins are situated adjacent to Beavers Bend Resort Park and offer idyllic, home-style accommodations with easy access to the lush Oklahoma woodlands. All cabins are roomy and well-appointed, featuring one, two, three or five bedrooms. Standard amenities include satellite television, DVD player, comfy sofa, BBQ grill and toiletries as well as a modest kitchen with microwave, fridge, coffeemaker, dishware and utensils. Smoking is not allowed in any of the cabins; some cabins will allow pets. Guests are offered complimentary coffee at the Dancing Rabbit Creek java house as well as free hors d’oeuvres at the local Abendigos grill. In addition, the knowledgeable staff can answer questions about anything, from Broken Bow Lake fishing guides to vacation packages that include a round at Beavers Bend Golf Course. Management also offers guest discounts on many nearby activities such as canoe rentals.

Mountaineer Cabins of Broken Bow

Rt. 4, Box 2705

Broken Bow, OK 74728

580-494-6541

mountaineercabins.com

Crooked River Cabins

Visitors can enjoy one of three charming wood cabins located along a scenic bluff that overlooks the Glover River. The area, ideal for game hunters, is full of wild animals such as elk, deer, turkeys and black bears. Each cabin is built with comfort and convenience in mind, offering two bedrooms with plush king- or queen-size pillow-top mattresses as well as two full baths with walk-in showers and whirlpool tubs. Guests will find amenities such as satellite television, VCR or DVD player, washer and dryer and a fully furnished living room.A walk outside through stylish French doors will reveal a covered porch, charcoal grill, picnic table and Jacuzzi. In addition, fully equipped kitchens feature a dishwasher, microwave, coffeemaker and large fridge as well as utensils, dishes and cookware. Interested parties can ask the staff about professionally guided canoeing, fishing or hunting tours.

Crooked River Cabins

P.O. Box 60

Battiest, OK 74722

580-241-5552

crookedrivercabins.com

Broken Bow Cabin Lodging

Nestled along the quiet shores of Broken Bow Lake in Beavers Bend Resort Park are 30 individually decorated cabins for visitors to select from. Each cabin offers a choice of one, two, three or four bedrooms that contain double, queen or king-size beds and one to 3 1/2 bathrooms. Some cabins also contain large kitchens with full-size refrigerator, oven and range; others have only small kitchenettes with a hot plate, microwave and mini-fridge. Amenities can vary from one cabin to the next, but most include a spacious living area, cable television, washer and dryer, wood-burning fireplace, climate controls, towels, linens, cookware and utensils. In addition, select cabins allow pets to stay and feature swimming pools, hot tubs and game rooms with a pool table. Nearby recreational activities and range from canoeing, boating and Jet-Skiing to fishing, hiking and swimming.

Broken Bow Cabin Lodging

Rt. 4, Box 64-3

Broken Bow, OK 74728

580-494-7368

brokenbowcabinlodging.com

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